) Story Elements (










Author
Characters
Climax
Conflict
Plot
Setting
Style
Theme
Point of View

Story Element Maps
Stories can be driven by different story elements.
1. Plot driven-the events, including the conflict/resolution, are the primary elements
2. Setting driven-the place and time is the primary element of the story and is the dominate force
3. Character driven-character personalities and how they interact with each other is dominate
4. Theme driven-the theme is dominate and may be repeated and reinforced as the focus